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J.D. Power Asia Pacific study finds auto brands improve in gratifying new-vehicle owners in China

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Power Asia Pacific 2010 China Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study released last week. Chevrolet, Honda and Toyota each received two segment awards, while FAW Car, Volkswagen and Wuling models each received one award. Entry midsize segment: Honda Fit. Upper premium midsize segment: Honda Accord.

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica wins Altair Enlighten Award for weight reduction in full vehicle category; Toyota, Faurecia and AP&T module, technology winners

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In addition, the all-new Pacifica minivan also makes strategic use of aluminum. Simulation methodologies including topology optimization studies were used throughout the vehicle’s development to ensure a material efficient design. Weight reduction is a key contributor to improved fuel economy. Click to enlarge.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Honda Sees PHEVs as having "unnecessary fuel engine and fuel tank;" promises all-electrics "assuming we can come up with a really high-performing battery that we are working on currently." But I can tell you that this is a top priority program for GM, given the huge potential it offers for fuel-economy improvement." ( GM ).

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